The Bothy

Lauder, Scottish Borders

Those looking for a charming pied à terre in the Borders within easy driving (or bus) distance of Edinburgh, need look no further than The Bothy at Lauder.

This delightful little house is tucked away at the north end of the village, un-overlooked and in its own enclosed garden, it is sunny, secluded and very peaceful. The interior has been most comfortably and attractively appointed to make a perfect haven for two people.

There is a large, bright and open plan living space with plenty of comfortable seating around the very chic, wall-mounted living flame gas fire that provides extra warmth to an already snug little house. There are also French doors out to a lovely little decked area (with furniture) and with these open you feel like you are really ‘bringing the outdoors in’.

The stylish kitchen area, with its feature black and white tiling, is modern and well-equipped with the dining area handily situated right alongside. With three normal windows and three roof windows, the whole living area is flooded with light, further enhanced by the light décor and wood flooring.

The double bedroom is elegant and well-furnished with all that guests will need in terms of comfort and storage. The adjoining bathroom is modern and stylishly appointed with a shower over the bath. There is also a sofa bed in the sitting room, if guests would like separate sleeping accommodation.

Outside there is off-road parking just beside the house and being all on one level, it is also an excellent choice for those of limited mobility.

Quick Info

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Changeover Day: Sat

Pets Allowed: Yes (2)

No smoking

Bathrooms: 1

Features

Enclosed Garden

Pet Friendly

Off Street/Private Parking

Garden Furniture

BBQ

Cot

Highchair

Increased Accessibility

Village

2 week discount

Shower

Laundry Facilities

Mains Water

Single Storey (Ground Floor)

The village of Lauder makes a most convenient base, with shops, a popular craft shop/cafe and several good pubs and eating places within walking distance. It also has its own golf course.

The bus to Edinburgh passes the road end, so a car-free day in the capital is very much on the cards. If you do decide to drive it is reachable in around a 45 minute drive or you can get there by train in 40 minutes from Stow (5.5 miles). Just outside the village is Thirlestane Castle, which is open to the public.

Here, you are very much midway between the lovely countryside of the Borders, with superb walking, biking, riding and fishing. To the north east, less than an hour will bring you to the East Lothian coast, with sandy beaches, surfing and, of course, the famous golf courses at Luffness, Gullane and Muirfield. If you wish to explore even further afield, there are good road connections to the west and north. This really is one of the places where you can have it all.

However, there is really no need to travel far to find plenty to see and do. The Borders have a rich history which has left its legacy in a great selection of stately homes, picturesque ruined abbeys, peel towers and castles and fine gardens. There are also such scenic delights as St Mary’s Loch, ideal for sailing, wind surfing and picnics, the excellent sandy beach at Coldingham and the spectacular seabird colonies on the cliffs at St Abbs.

Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.

Quick Info

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Changeover Day: Sat

Pets Allowed: Yes (2)

No smoking

Bathrooms: 1

Accommodation

Single Storey

Open plan living area with TV/DVD, gas living flame fire and sofa bed, gas hob, electric oven, washing machine and microwave etc.Double bedroomBathroom with bath/shower, WC and wash basin

What's included

Linen (Double Bed)

Free

Highchair

Free

Sets of towels

Free

Available Extras

Cot

£10.00

Pet

£20.00

Services

Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by gas central heating (first £15 INCLUDED with any additional payable at the end of your stay) and living flame gas fire. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium or 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.

Availability

The calendar below shows dates which are either available or booked for this property. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your desired holiday dates.

Weekly Prices

The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).

2 Week Discount (£25)

Changeover Day: Sat

Rental - Date Range

Sleeps 2

30 May 2020 - 26 Jun 2020

£325.00

27 Jun 2020 - 28 Aug 2020

£395.00

29 Aug 2020 - 18 Sep 2020

£325.00

19 Sep 2020 - 09 Oct 2020

£285.00

10 Oct 2020 - 30 Oct 2020

£325.00

31 Oct 2020 - 18 Dec 2020

£265.00

19 Dec 2020 - 27 Dec 2020

£395.00

28 Dec 2020 - 05 Jan 2021

£395.00

06 Jan 2021 - 05 Feb 2021

£265.00

06 Feb 2021 - 02 Apr 2021

£285.00

03 Apr 2021 - 23 Apr 2021

£325.00

24 Apr 2021 - 07 May 2021

£285.00

08 May 2021 - 21 May 2021

£325.00

22 May 2021 - 04 Jun 2021

£395.00

05 Jun 2021 - 25 Jun 2021

£325.00

26 Jun 2021 - 27 Aug 2021

POA

28 Aug 2021 - 17 Sep 2021

POA

18 Sep 2021 - 08 Oct 2021

POA

09 Oct 2021 - 29 Oct 2021

POA

30 Oct 2021 - 17 Dec 2021

POA

18 Dec 2021 - 27 Dec 2021

POA

28 Dec 2021 - 05 Jan 2022

POA

06 Jan 2022 - 05 Jan 2023

POA

06 Jan 2023 - 05 Jan 2024

POA

Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.

Reviews (Supplied Independently through Feefo)

Date

Rating

Comment

07-Oct-2019

The cottage was light and airy and wooden floors were ideal for the dog. I was disappointed with the 'self catering' cot...

The cottage was light and airy and wooden floors were ideal for the dog. I was disappointed with the 'self catering' cottage, the facilities were very poor; The cooker and oven were dirty infact the oven was so dirty I didn't use it. The gas hob was difficult to light without matchesUtensils and work surfaces were dirty with cereal (from previous holidaymaker?) The floors were also very dirtyThe garden was not as in the picture online and despite this being a dog friendly cottage the garden was totally unsuitable as it had no grassy area (although the picture showed a grassy area), instead the garden was covered in sharp gravel chips so we couldn't let our dog out. The garden was so overgrown that we had to cut back some of the vegetation near the gateWe didn't find the fire extinguisher, fire blanket and first aid box until the last day as they were in a cupboard with no indication that was where they wereThe bedroom door did not shut properly as it was restricted by the hooks hanging the mirror on the back of the door. The bedroom was cramped the bedside table was right next to the door The bed was creaky and uncomfortable and the sheet was stainedThe kitchen bin was tiny and did not appear until day 2. This meant that someone had been in whilst we were out which I was not happy aboutThe cleaning equipment was inadequate, mop but no bucket, cheap vaccuum cleaner was full but still did not clean well even though I emptied itthe smoke detector battery had run out but there was no spare batteryall in all this felt like student accommodation with the cheapest equipmentmost of these points have been mentioned in the visitor book in the cottage but still not addressed. I imagine there have been some worse reviews as some pages had been torn out of the visitor book and only good reviews remainthis is our first time with unique cottages and was very disappointing, however our friends who stayed in another cottage had a lovely stay and the owner couldn.t do enough for them before or during their visit. We never even heard from the owners of our cottage

Very convenient cottage near to Thirlestane Castle where I take part in the Scottish Small Bore Rifle meeting each year....

Very convenient cottage near to Thirlestane Castle where I take part in the Scottish Small Bore Rifle meeting each year.This year was the tenth time we have stayed in the cottage, almost like home now.A WiFi connection would be a great help, the phone signal there is almost non existent on my network and these days we rely on the internet for so much.The garden could do with a tidy up, the creeper is now over the door and windows and bushes encroach onto the car parking space.

Cottage in a very quiet area of the village, and has all that is required. The village is well placed to enable a wide v...

Cottage in a very quiet area of the village, and has all that is required. The village is well placed to enable a wide visiting area. The Lauderdale Hotel very friendly place.Would question the welcoming pack of bread and spread. Most visitor would probably buy these items en-route to the cottage, and the items might not suit some diets.

Lovely cottage and suroundings well equipe only thing may i surgest perhaps having wi-fi but had great time

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The Bothy

Lauder, Scottish Borders

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Those looking for a charming pied à terre in the Borders within easy driving (or bus) distance of Edinburgh, need look no further than The Bothy at Lauder.

Quick Info

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Changeover Day: Sat

Pets Allowed: Yes (2)

No smoking

Bathrooms: 1

Overview

This delightful little house is tucked away at the north end of the village, un-overlooked and in its own enclosed garden, it is sunny, secluded and very peaceful. The interior has been most comfortably and attractively appointed to make a perfect haven for two people.

There is a large, bright and open plan living space with plenty of comfortable seating around the very chic, wall-mounted living flame gas fire that provides extra warmth to an already snug little house. There are also French doors out to a lovely little decked area (with furniture) and with these open you feel like you are really ‘bringing the outdoors in’.

The stylish kitchen area, with its feature black and white tiling, is modern and well-equipped with the dining area handily situated right alongside. With three normal windows and three roof windows, the whole living area is flooded with light, further enhanced by the light décor and wood flooring.

The double bedroom is elegant and well-furnished with all that guests will need in terms of comfort and storage. The adjoining bathroom is modern and stylishly appointed with a shower over the bath. There is also a sofa bed in the sitting room, if guests would like separate sleeping accommodation.

Outside there is off-road parking just beside the house and being all on one level, it is also an excellent choice for those of limited mobility.

Features

Enclosed Garden

Pet Friendly

Off Street/Private Parking

Garden Furniture

BBQ

Cot

Highchair

Increased Accessibility

Village

2 week discount

Shower

Laundry Facilities

Mains Water

Single Storey (Ground Floor)

Map & Local

The village of Lauder makes a most convenient base, with shops, a popular craft shop/cafe and several good pubs and eating places within walking distance. It also has its own golf course.

The bus to Edinburgh passes the road end, so a car-free day in the capital is very much on the cards. If you do decide to drive it is reachable in around a 45 minute drive or you can get there by train in 40 minutes from Stow (5.5 miles). Just outside the village is Thirlestane Castle, which is open to the public.

Here, you are very much midway between the lovely countryside of the Borders, with superb walking, biking, riding and fishing. To the north east, less than an hour will bring you to the East Lothian coast, with sandy beaches, surfing and, of course, the famous golf courses at Luffness, Gullane and Muirfield. If you wish to explore even further afield, there are good road connections to the west and north. This really is one of the places where you can have it all.

However, there is really no need to travel far to find plenty to see and do. The Borders have a rich history which has left its legacy in a great selection of stately homes, picturesque ruined abbeys, peel towers and castles and fine gardens. There are also such scenic delights as St Mary’s Loch, ideal for sailing, wind surfing and picnics, the excellent sandy beach at Coldingham and the spectacular seabird colonies on the cliffs at St Abbs.

Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.

Facilities

Accommodation

Single Storey

Open plan living area with TV/DVD, gas living flame fire and sofa bed, gas hob, electric oven, washing machine and microwave etc.Double bedroomBathroom with bath/shower, WC and wash basin

What's included

Linen (Double Bed)

Free

Highchair

Free

Sets of towels

Free

Available Extras

Cot

£10.00

Pet

£20.00

Services

Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by gas central heating (first £15 INCLUDED with any additional payable at the end of your stay) and living flame gas fire. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium or 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.

Availability

Availability

The calendar below shows dates which are either available or booked for this property. Use the Book Now menu above to select your desired holiday dates.

Weekly Prices

The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).

2 Week Discount (£25)

Changeover Day: Sat

Rental - Date Range

Sleeps 2

30 May 2020 - 26 Jun 2020

£325.00

27 Jun 2020 - 28 Aug 2020

£395.00

29 Aug 2020 - 18 Sep 2020

£325.00

19 Sep 2020 - 09 Oct 2020

£285.00

10 Oct 2020 - 30 Oct 2020

£325.00

31 Oct 2020 - 18 Dec 2020

£265.00

19 Dec 2020 - 27 Dec 2020

£395.00

28 Dec 2020 - 05 Jan 2021

£395.00

06 Jan 2021 - 05 Feb 2021

£265.00

06 Feb 2021 - 02 Apr 2021

£285.00

03 Apr 2021 - 23 Apr 2021

£325.00

24 Apr 2021 - 07 May 2021

£285.00

08 May 2021 - 21 May 2021

£325.00

22 May 2021 - 04 Jun 2021

£395.00

05 Jun 2021 - 25 Jun 2021

£325.00

26 Jun 2021 - 27 Aug 2021

POA

28 Aug 2021 - 17 Sep 2021

POA

18 Sep 2021 - 08 Oct 2021

POA

09 Oct 2021 - 29 Oct 2021

POA

30 Oct 2021 - 17 Dec 2021

POA

18 Dec 2021 - 27 Dec 2021

POA

28 Dec 2021 - 05 Jan 2022

POA

06 Jan 2022 - 05 Jan 2023

POA

06 Jan 2023 - 05 Jan 2024

POA

Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.

Lovely, well equipped and cosy cottage. Perfect for a get away from it all break. The two bedrooms are comfortable and airy. A great living room with stays toasty warm with the wood burning stove - we had it on almost the whole time. Great views down the valley towards the River Tay. A little bit of a shame that quite a lot of forestry work has gone on but still a beautiful vista. Forestry work limits some of the walks, but there’s still a good hike up the farm tracks.

I'd definitely recommend Unique Cottages if you're looking for a nice place to stay in Scotland. The selection of cottages was excellent, prices fair and overall service about as good as you could hope for.